Trail Running calendar near Dorset 2025-2026

The Salt Settlers Six Hour Race is a timed endurance event held in the Lower Otter Valley near Budleigh Salterton. Participants complete as many 4.4km loops as possible within six hours on a mostly flat course with a slight 12m ascent per loop. The race accommodates runners and walkers, offering sol..

The East Devon 8 Trigs is a self-navigation trail running and walking event held at Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club in Devon. Scheduled for November 2025, it offers three distance options: a 21km Half Marathon (3 Trigs), a 42km Marathon (6 Trigs), and a 53km Ultramarathon (8 Trigs). Participants can..

The Bristol MoRun is a vibrant running event held at Ashton Court Park, offering 1.5k, 5k, and 10k distances to suit all ages and abilities. The course features a mix of paths and trails with some hilly sections between 1km and 3km, suitable for dog walkers and off-road buggies but not wheelchairs...

The Southampton Half Marathon Morun is part of the MoRunning event series supporting the Movember charity, held at Southampton Common, The Avenue (postcode SO15 7NN). The event offers multiple distances including a 1.5k Mini MoRun, 5k, 10k, and the half marathon. The half marathon course features an..

The Bath Skyline running event, organized by Relish Running Races, offers 5km and 10km off-road races around the iconic Bath Skyline, featuring woodland trails, open meadows, and hilltop views of Bath. Held at the University of Bath's West Car Park, the course is mostly flat with some gentle rises,..

The Burrator Noir is a night running event held at the Discovery Centre, Burrator Reservoir. It features a challenging 12-mile trail run through moorland, plantations, rocky paths, and disused railway lines, as well as a flat, fast 10k road race around the reservoir's perimeter. The trail course inc..

The New Forest Central Trail Run is a scenic trail running event held in the heart of the New Forest National Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the UK. Starting from Roundhill Campsite near Brockenhurst, the course features wide, hard-packed gravel paths weaving through ancient woodland..

The The Maverick Exposure Lights Dark Castle will take place in Corfe Castle on Saturday 15 November 2025. This trail is organized by Maverick Race. You can run between 5 and 15 kilometers.

The Cardiff Trail Half Marathon is an exciting running event set against the stunning backdrop of Castell Coch. Scheduled for November 16, 2025, this newly introduced race offers a unique blend of competition and scenic beauty, making it an ideal experience for both seasoned athletes and newcomers...

Roly's Run is an annual trail running event held in the scenic Meon Valley and South Downs Way, Hampshire, in memory of ultra-runner Rich Walklate (Roly). The 2025 edition offers three distance options: 15.5, 21.5, and 40 miles, featuring challenging ascents of 463m, 712m, and 1266m respectively. Th..

The Drogo 10 is a challenging 10-mile (16 km) fell race held annually at Castle Drogo near Exeter, Devon. The multi-terrain course features approximately 1,760 feet (535 meters) of climbing, offering runners stunning views of the Teign Valley. The route includes steep descents, woodland paths, river..

Dark Valley, Night Trails is an exhilarating night-time running event hosted by BigFeat Events at Moors Valley Country Park. Participants can choose from 10km, 20km, or 30km looped trails, all set amidst the enchanting woods of Dorset. Runners will navigate the course using headtorches, guided by fl..

The Bournemouth Coastal TEN is a scenic running event held at Hengistbury Head, Bournemouth, Dorset, offering 10-mile and 10k race options along the stunning Dorset coast. The largely flat, traffic-free courses follow Bournemouth’s seafront paths, including a run along Boscombe Pier with uninterrupt..

The Budleigh Blister, organized by Exmouth Harriers, is an approximately 10-mile off-road running event held in Budleigh Salterton. Starting from Budleigh Cricket Club, the race offers participants a scenic course featuring stunning natural surroundings. All finishers receive a memento to commemorat..

The New Forest Stinger is an annual 10-mile trail running event held in the scenic New Forest at Ocknell Campsite, Fritham. Organized by Totton Running Club, the race features an undulating off-road course that follows approved trails and paths, offering some of the best views in the forest. The eve..

The Wallop is a scenic 21k trail run held within the Farleigh Wallop Estate in Hampshire. The course features a diverse mix of narrow woodland paths and wide gravel tracks that wind through forests and open land, offering runners an immersive natural experience. This half-marathon event is fully mar..

Night on the Edge is an exciting night running event featuring a Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K race along the stunning Cornish SW Coast Path. The course starts at Cremyll, traverses through Cawsand, and reaches Rame Head Chapel for the Half Marathon. Participants can also join Canix races, which involv..

The Wittering Beach Run is a popular running event held at West Wittering Beach, Chichester, known for its natural, unspoilt Blue Flag beaches. The course offers stunning panoramic views of Selsey Bill, the Isle of Wight, Chichester Harbour, the Solent, and the South Downs. Runners can choose from t..

The Medal Mix Challenge Day 1, organized by Running Events Devon, takes place near Capel Lane, Littleham, Exmouth on November 29, 2025. This 7-hour timed event welcomes runners and walkers of all abilities to complete as many 5.3 km laps as possible on a scenic, undulating out-and-back course along..

The Trail à la Belle Etoile will take place in Cherbourg-en-Cotentin on Saturday 29 November 2025. You can run between 8 and 30 kilometers.